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The duo is due to make contact at 5:28 p.m. EST near the moon's north pole, but don't expect any gory visuals; the crash point will be in shadow at the time of touchdown. Nonetheless, NASA is planning about 35 minutes of coverage during the event that'll include some control room chaos, interviews with members of the team, and surely a cheer (or maybe gasp) when the satellites finally bite it.

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You can check out the stream at over at NASA's website, or just watch it below. So check back and tune in to wish these two a fond farewell. It's sure to be a blast. [NASA via Space.com]